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A visit to the Assay Office Silver Collection

  • Assay Office Icknield Street Jewellery Quarter Birmingham, B18 6RZ (map)
Birmingham Assay Office

Birmingham Assay Office

James Watt was one of the first Wardens of the Birmingham Assay Office, established in 1773. To celebrate Watt 2019 the Assay Office is opening the doors to its important private collections. Curator Craig O Donnell will deliver a brief talk before inviting visitors to view the impressive array of silver and coins and medals from the Soho Mint. Private Assay Office Ledgers and books not normally accessible will also be on display.

Cost: £10 including drinks on arrival. Limited places, booking essential

This event is organised by the Birmingham Assay Office

Earlier Event: April 5
Watt inventions
Later Event: April 13
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